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Junk Gypsies

Setting Up the Junk Gypsy Store

For many years, Amie and Jolie Sikes dreamed of opening a store in their home of Round Top, Texas, and today that dream is a reality. Take a look at the eclectic Junk Gypsy shop and see some of the Western-chic goods that make it famous.

Welcome to Gypsyville

The Junk Gypsy building was made out of reclaimed barn wood found in nearby Texas towns.

In Junk We Trust

Inside the store, visitors find displays that are recovered pieces of Round Top history, including an Odd Fellows Lodge archway that Amie and Jolie personalized with the clever slogan "In Junk We Trust."

On Display

The store is filled with everything from jewelry, clothing and items Jolie and Amie have made, to vintage signs they've found while junking. One of the store's highlights is a table that Jolie converted into a farmhouse sink.

For Cowgirls

Shopping in Junk Gypsy is like being on your own treasure hunt, where you never know what you might find, including petticoats and ruffle pants to a Western show sign and a longhorn skull.

Themed Areas

Junk Gypsy is laid out by theme. One area features children's clothing and books, plus a table, coloring sheets and crayons to entertain the kids. You'll find T-shirts in another section and sand-colored bedding in the "Out of Africa" area in the back of the store.

Funky Junk

The store also carries funky Western signs, Junk Gypsy-designed pillows, blankets and other gear. People drive from all over the country to see the store, and the website ships to customers worldwide.

Funky Junk

You could easily spend an entire day browsing Junk Gypsy and not see it all. Its 8,000 square feet, which includes a shipping room and small office, is chock-full of furniture, clothing, accessories and more.

Custom-Picked Products

Through the years, Amie and Jolie have found artists and vendors whose work they admire, which is reflected in the items stocked in store. Many jewelry pieces found in Junk Gypsy are the sisters' personal favorites.

Junky Jewelry

Jewelry and turquoise fans will swoon when they spy the collection of gems for sale in Junk Gypsy. Prices range from $10 for a simple pair of earrings to hundreds of dollars for an elaborate necklace.

Custom T-Shirts

The Junk Gypsy design collection is extensive, ranging from T-shirts and pillows to candles, including these "Not All Who Wander" versions at $19.95 each.

Gypsy Upcycles

Projects like this lampshade have become bestsellers in the store. Amie created it from an old lampshade frame and bleached turkey feathers. She dipped the feathers in gold glitter and attached them with fishing line.

#1 Employee

From helping to manage the store to modeling clothing, Junk Gypsy's Archie Allen "literally does everything for us," says Amie.